Travelling from Brussels to Montreal: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Brussels. Explore your options leaving from Brussels International Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when planning your flight from Brussels to Montreal.
Touch down at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL), the chief entry point to Montreal.
Book a direct Brussels to Montreal flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Brussels.
With nine flights a week between the two airports, Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Brussels to Montreal with Air Transat at 09:30. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from BRU to YUL is with Air Canada at 10:00.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Brussels to Montreal flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Montreal
Score cheap Brussels to Montreal flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing great bargains on plane tickets from Brussels to Montreal. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
You can catch a direct flight from Brussels to Montreal jetting off from Brussels International Airport (BRU). Start your trip at BRU and land at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL).
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct Brussels to Montreal plane tickets from BRU.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Brussels to Montreal flights leaving from Brussels International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Brussels International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels International Airport, 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Brussels to Montreal flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Montreal:
Nice Airport (NCE)
Toulouse Airport (TLS)
Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Brussels to Montreal? Kick back in a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
78% of flights out of Brussels S. Charleroi Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) is approximately 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Pick up a Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is located around 11 kilometres from Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Brussels to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Brussels to Montreal:
Pick up a Montreal St Hubert Airport rental car and set the course for your next destination. You can select from leading rental outlets like Enterprise and Budget.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from YHU ahead of time so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Brussels to Montreal. July is the most popular month to travel to Montreal. If you want a quieter vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Brussels to Montreal ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Brussels to Montreal in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Montreal right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Montreal:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, Montreal International Jazz Festival and Cirque du Soleil are highlights which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel about 161 kilometres west to Ottawa to check off its top sights. From Rideau Canal National Historic Site to Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 16 kilometres northwest of Montreal, Laval is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Cosmodôme, Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles and Nature Centre.